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Vascular Disease > Stroke
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Stroke Defined
Sudden loss of brain function due to a arteryblockage or rupture depriving the brain of oxygen; often results from a buildup of plaque in the blood vessels.
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New therapeutic options for diabetes-related tissue injury
Published July 4, 2008, 9:46 am, EurekAlert!
Toronto, ON, Canada – Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder characterized by altered glucose tolerance and impaired lipid and carbohydrate metabolism, and is associated with a number of complications directly resulting from hyperglycemiainduced inflammation.
Cholesterol Drugs May Aid Brain Health
Published July 4, 2008, 6:27 am, Psych Central
Scientists from the University of Rochester Medical Center report cholesterol-lowering drugs known as statins may have a profound effect on brain cells responsible for healthy aging. The new findings shed light on a long-debated potential role for statins in the area of dementia. Neuroscientists found that statins, one of the most widely prescribed classes [...]
Response To Local Authorities Coordinators Of Regulatory Services (LACORS) Report Into Children's Meals Sold At UK ...
Published July 4, 2008, 1:08 am, Medical News Today
Joe Korner, Director of Communications at the Stroke Association commented: "It is great to take children out during the holidays and treat them to their favourite foods, however these treats must be given in moderation. "Obesity can increase the risk of stroke by up to a third and too much salt in the diet can lead to high blood pressure which is the single biggest risk factor for stroke.
Statins Have Unexpected Effect On Pool Of Powerful Brain Cells
Published July 4, 2008, 1:05 am, Medical News Today
Cholesterol-lowering drugs known as statins have a profound effect on an elite group of cells important to brain health as we age, scientists at the University of Rochester Medical Center have found. The new findings shed light on a long-debated potential role for statins in the area of dementia.
Statins Have Unexpected Effect On Pool Of Powerful Brain Cells
Published July 3, 2008, 10:22 am, Science Daily
Cholesterol-lowering drugs known as statins have a profound effect on an elite group of cells known as glial progenitor cells that are important to brain health as we age, scientists have found. The new findings shed light on a long-debated potential role for statins in the area of dementia.
Leg Pain May Signal Risk for Heart Attack, Stroke
Published July 3, 2008, 10:13 am, ThirdAge
Most people know that blockage of arteries in the heart can lead to heart attacks and blockage of arteries in the brain can lead to stroke. But what about blockage in the legs?
Low "Good" HDL Cholesterol Linked To Memory Decline
Published July 3, 2008, 3:19 am, Medical News Today
A new study from the UK suggests that low levels of the "good" HDL cholesterol is linked to poor memory, and decline in memory, in middle aged adults. The study is the work of researchers at University College, London, and is published in the 30th June issue of the Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis and Vascular Biology journal of the American Heart Association.
Benefits Of New GP Contract To Patients Recognised In New Audit Scotland Report
Published July 3, 2008, 2:16 am, Medical News Today
Responding to the Audit Scotland's review of the new GP contract which was published, Dr Dean Marshall, chairman of the BMA's Scottish General Practitioners Committee, welcomed the recognition that the contract would benefit patient care but warned that the 'boom and bust' approach to funding general practice was a mistake.
London's world expert in strokes honoured
Published July 3, 2008, 1:59 am, London Free Press
It was a Canada Day surprise -- one of the country's highest honours -- for a London doctor internationally known for his work in stroke and dementia research.
Church briefs for the week of July 3, 2008
Published July 3, 2008, 12:24 am, The Times Express
The annual Diaper Drive for Catholic Charities will be held at all Masses on the weekend of July 12 and 13 at North American Martyrs Catholic Church, 2526 Haymaker Road, Monroeville.  read more »
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- Medical News: Silent Strokes Predicted by Traditional Cardiovascular Risk Factors - in Cardiovascular , Strokes from MedPage Today
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- globeandmail.c om: First the stroke, then a Newfoundland accent
- Stroke - Texas Heart Institute Heart Information Center
- Growing Burden of Heart Disease and Stroke in Canada
- TED Talks: My stroke of insight
- Stroke Survivors of Ottawa (Canada) Stroke Recovery and Stroke Management
Wed Jul 2
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